In a dramatic clash on Independence Day, the New York Mets rallied past their city rivals, the New York Yankees, with a 6–5 win at Citi Field. Packed stands, fireworks, and seven total home runs made for a perfect Subway Series opener.
🎆 Yankees Start with a Bang… Then Fade
The Yankees lit up the scoreboard early:
- Jasson Domínguez hit a leadoff homer.
- Aaron Judge followed with his 32nd of the season.
- Cody Bellinger added a solo shot in the 4th inning.
Despite these fireworks, New York’s bullpen continued to struggle. This marked their fifth straight loss allowing 6+ runs and multiple home runs — a worrying trend for manager Aaron Boone.
🌟 Mets Respond with Star Power
The Mets fought back with grit:
- Juan Soto, in his Bronx return, smashed a 2-run homer in the 1st inning and doubled in the 3rd.
- Brett Baty, breaking out of a recent slump, hit his 9th homer in the 6th inning.
- Jeff McNeil delivered the game-winning moment: a go-ahead 2-run homer in the 7th and a diving catch in the 9th to seal the deal.
⚾ Final Box Score Highlights
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yankees | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 8 |
| Mets | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | X | 6 | 10 |
Pitching:
- Huascar Brazobán (Mets) earned the win with 1 scoreless inning (now 4–2).
- Reed Garrett (Mets) closed the 9th for his third save of the season.
🗣️ Post-Match Reactions
Reed Garrett (Mets Closer):
“I think if you back us into a corner, we’re gonna fight our way out of it.”
Jeff McNeil was the hero — both offensively and defensively — while Juan Soto quieted critics after a rough Bronx showing earlier in the week.
🔭 What This Means
- Mets improve to 51–38.
- Yankees fall to 48–40 and have now lost five straight.
- Game 2 of the Subway Series is set for July 6th at 4:10 PM EST at Citi Field.
🧠 Final Take
The Subway Series kicked off with high drama, explosive bats, and big moments from both sides. While the Yankees continue to seek stability in the bullpen, the Mets are showing they’re built to rally — and entertain.
Don’t miss Game 2. If this was just the opening act, the encore might be even wilder.